The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe AmeriCorps Program is now recruiting for the 2020 program year.  AmeriCorps provides you with valuable life experience and skill development while you serve on a team with fellow 18-24 year olds, earn money for college, and help your Tribal community while receiving a weekly pay stipend!  You will perform direct, hands-on service in the areas of natural and other disasters and environmental stewardship. You’ll also undergo various intensive trainings at the beginning of your service which includes travel to Alabama to prepare you for the adventure ahead and to learn new skillsets along the way. Learn and grow with a team of your peers and build lasting connections!

Attention Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Members! The NYCP staff has a Independent College Visit program for your HS student. The NYCP can cover or reimburse up to $900 for your college visit. This includes airfare, rental car or mileage, hotel and meal per-Diem for student and a Parent/Guardian. This must be an official visit with proper documents. For more Information please Contact NYCP Manager, Cameron Greendeer at (508) 477-0208 ext 178 or Cameron.Greendeer@mwtribe-nsn.gov.

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Housing Department seeking bids from qualified contractors to provide complete and operating individual onsite wastewater systems for each of the following locations:

1. Centerville, MA – The due date for this project is January 14, 2020 by 4PM and must be submitted to the Mashpee Wampanoag Government Center, Housing Department, 483 Great Neck Road South, Mashpee, MA 02649.

2. Truro, MA – The due date for this project is January 15, 2020 by 4PM and must be submitted to the Mashpee Wampanoag Government Center, Housing Department, 483 Great Neck Road South, Mashpee, MA 02649.

3. Mashpee, MA - The due date for this project is January 16, 2020 by 4PM and must be submitted to the Mashpee Wampanoag Government Center, Housing Department, 483 Great Neck Road South, Mashpee, MA 02649.

WLRP language teacher Melanie Roderick will offer a six-week-long Wôpanâak language class each Monday evening from 6pm to 7pm beginning January 6, 2020 at the John William Decas School located at 760 Main Street in Wareham, MA.

Mariah Hendricks recently accepted the position of Logistics Specialist at the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe. She’s the daughter of Martin “Bruzzy” Hendricks and the late Jayne Ellen Hendricks. Please join us in congratulating Mariah and welcoming her into her new position at the Community and Government Center.

Extreme winter weather can leave communities without utilities or other services for long periods of time. Below are a few helpful tips from the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Emergency Management Department to assist you during cold events.

Currently there are open seats on the following commissions and committees.

• 2 Open Seats on the Housing Commission

• Open Seats on Enrollment Committee

• Open Seats on the Powwow Committee

• 2 Open Seats on the Community Development Corporation

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Community Development Corporation (CDC) is currently seeking qualified tribal citizens to join the CDC Board of Directors. The CDC was organized to engage in activities that will promote the social welfare, economic security and community development of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and its enrolled citizens that will enable the Tribe to be self-sufficient and to provide economic support for its tribal citizens. If you are interested in serving as a CDC Board of Director, please send a letter of interest along with your resume/CV to Francie Dottin, executive administrative assistant to the chairman, francie.dottin@mwtribe-NSN.gov and carbon copy mwtcdc@mwtribe-NSN.gov.

The Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe currently has two open seats on its Housing Commission. The Housing Commission is tasked with policy-level goals, determinations and policy review that guide the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Housing Department.

The New England Historic Genealogical Society have sponsored a unique essay contest for students enrolled in grades 5-12. A total of six winners from two categories (grades 5-8 and grades 9-12) will receive $500 and be invited to present part of their essay at a special event in Boston.

There are several open positions at the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe. As of the date of publication the following positions are open. Please visit the Human Resource section of the Tribe’s website for complete position descriptions and details for applicants.

As we all know, it takes a lot of time, dedication and hard work to make our homecoming successful. We are soliciting respected members of the community to help with carrying out duties prior to, during and after the Powwow. If you are interested in serving your tribe on the powwow committee for a two-year term, please send a letter of interest to Francie Dottin, executive administrative assistant to the chairman, francie.dottin@mwtribe-NSN.gov or mailed to Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Powwow Committee, 483 Great Neck Road South, Mashpee, MA 02649.

Co-Ed Volleyball has returned to the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe Community and Government Center Gymnasium. Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. you can join family and friends for spirited games.

Council Member Carlton Hendricks has organized co-ed youth basketball for tribal kids grades 3 – 6. Signup for basketball will be on Saturday, Jan 11 at 9:00 AM for youth in grades 3-4 and at 10:30 AM for youth in grades 5-6.